Newb Question: US domestic flights with Pets
#1
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Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Oregon, USA
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Newb Question: US domestic flights with Pets
When trying to fly United with my dogs for the past couple of years, I have been consistently told by United Sales Staff that I cannot fly with the dogs because it is too cold (in the winter) or too hot (in the summer). I am naturally speaking of flying with the dogs in kennels in the baggage hold.
Is this just stone walling or are the holds really not safe for animals except in spring and fall? Any suggestions or alternatives? Driving from Portland OR to Boston MA, while beautiful, is not really practical.
EDIT: I should add that International flights (generally FRA or DUS to BOS and back) in the winter and summer have not been problems.
Is this just stone walling or are the holds really not safe for animals except in spring and fall? Any suggestions or alternatives? Driving from Portland OR to Boston MA, while beautiful, is not really practical.
EDIT: I should add that International flights (generally FRA or DUS to BOS and back) in the winter and summer have not been problems.
#2
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IMHO there have been too many incidents with pets flying in the cargo hold during those times of the year which made the airline take this stance. Better safe than sorry! @:-)
#3
Join Date: May 2005
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When trying to fly United with my dogs for the past couple of years, I have been consistently told by United Sales Staff that I cannot fly with the dogs because it is too cold (in the winter) or too hot (in the summer). I am naturally speaking of flying with the dogs in kennels in the baggage hold.
Is this just stone walling or are the holds really not safe for animals except in spring and fall? Any suggestions or alternatives? Driving from Portland OR to Boston MA, while beautiful, is not really practical.
Is this just stone walling or are the holds really not safe for animals except in spring and fall? Any suggestions or alternatives? Driving from Portland OR to Boston MA, while beautiful, is not really practical.
#6
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: ORD, MDW
Posts: 207
OP was referring to pets in the cargo hold. You can also bring your pet in the cabin if you follow the rules of your specific airline. I found this guide regarding domestic air travel with pets - http://www.dogjaunt.com/guides/us-airline-pet-policies/
Be sure to check with your airline before you purchase the ticket as the rules can change and many have a limit on the number of pets on each flight. I imagine a small Pomeranian would fit in the appropriate-sized carrier. Good luck!
Be sure to check with your airline before you purchase the ticket as the rules can change and many have a limit on the number of pets on each flight. I imagine a small Pomeranian would fit in the appropriate-sized carrier. Good luck!